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The Raptors are expected to send Dick, Brandon Ingram, two first-round picks, a first-round pick swap and two second-round picks to the Clippers on Tuesday in exchange for Kawhi Leonard, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

After a promising sophomore campaign, Dick took a major step back in Year 3 and will look for a fresh start with a change of scenery. The sharpshooter shot over 35 percent from three in each of his first two seasons but hit rock bottom in 2025-26, shooting 30.3 percent on 2.4 three-point attempts per game while playing only 14 minutes a night over 76 regular-season games. Dick will likely be competing with Kobe Sanders and Jordan Miller for reserve minutes in Los Angeles.

The Clippers are nearing a deal that would send Kawhi Leonard to the Raptors for Ingram (heel), Gradey Dick, two future first-round picks, one pick swap and two future second-rounders, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Although the trade isn't yet finalized, it sounds like Ingram is heading to Los Angeles for the 2026-27 season. The star forward is recovering from heel surgery, but the expectation is that he'll be able to fully participate in training camp this fall. If the deal is indeed consummated, Ingram would set up as the Clippers' top scoring option while sharing the primary playmaking duties with Darius Garland.

The Clippers are nearing a deal to trade Leonard to the Raptors on Tuesday in exchange for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two first-round picks, one pick swap and two second-rounders, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Leonard will reunite with the franchise he led to the 2019 NBA championship and immediately become the centerpiece of a Raptors team looking to contend in the Eastern Conference. While his fantasy upside will continue to hinge on his health, a move back to Toronto could put him in line for a featured offensive role alongside Scottie Barnes. Leonard has one year left on his deal valued at $50.3 million, but it's likely that there is mutual interest in an extension.

Quaintance (knee) won't play in Summer League action, per NBA reporter Matthew Tynan.

Quaintance is traveling with the Spurs, but it appears that the team is taking a cautious approach with the rookie first-rounder. The 18-year-old big man faced severe complications and persistent knee swelling last season following February 2025 ACL surgery, and it remains uncertain if he'll be a full participant for training camp this fall.

Bryant will only play during the Las Vegas Summer League, NBA reporter Matthew Tynan reports.

The Spurs will play a few games at the California Classic prior to their Vegas trip, and Bryant will be held out of those games. Bryant, who is entering his second campaign, averaged 4.2 points and 2.5 rebounds across 71 regular-season games as a rookie.

Gonzalez plans to play both FIBA qualifiers for Spain and in the Summer League for the Celtics, per Bobby Manning of Celtics on CLNS.

Gonzalez appears to be staying active this summer in preparation for his second NBA season in the fall. With Jaylen Brown's standing in Boston very much in limbo this offseason, Gonzalez could be thrust into a more significant role in 2026-27 if Brown is indeed traded away.

Landale (ankle) will return to the Hawks on a one-year, $14 million deal, Shams Charania of ESPN reports Tuesday.

The Hawks will quickly lock up their backup center before he hits the open market. Across 68 regular-season games in 2025-26, Landale shot 51.5 percent from the field with averages of 10.6 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 22.1 minutes per game. Look for him to back up Onyeka Okongwu moving forward.

James announced that he will play during the 2026-27 season, but it will not be with the Lakers, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

James has informed the franchise that they can move on without him because he intends to play elsewhere. Retirement never seemed likely for James, as he continues to defy Father Time. Now that his intentions are public, it will be interesting to see which teams pursue him. Based on previous reports, it's likely that the Warriors, Cavaliers and Heat will make a run at him.

Williams will sign a three-year, $44 million contract with the Trail Blazers, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Williams likely would've had a big market in free agency, so the Trail Blazers quickly moved to lock him up. He'll be penciled in as the backup center behind Donovan Clingan for 2026-27. During the 2025-26 regular season, Williams averaged 6.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.5 blocks in 17.1 minutes per contest.

Fontecchio will return to the Heat on a one-year deal, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Miami will secure some additional shooting to spread the floor for Giannis Antetokounmpo. During 70 regular-season games in 2025-26, Fontecchio averaged 8.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.8 three-pointers in 16.7 minutes per contest.